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Pool Heaters: Things to Be Aware Of

edan December 10, 2012 9:11 am

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All year round pool weather is just one of the perks of living in Florida, often though pool heaters make all the difference in adding a more days to the swim season down here. When your pool heater is on the fritz or not working as efficiently, the techs at Cool Air USA have seen it all and routinely handle all kinds of pool heating repair issues.

Other than standard pool heating service issues people in Florida experience, there are some pool heater installation and repair issues that need to be elaborated on. If you have recently had a pool heater installed you may need to check for the following issues: if you had an outdoor pool heating unit placed at your home it is very important to be sure that the install followed manufacturer’s specifications for proper ventilation and spacing the pool heater away from doors and windows into your home.

Similarly, pool heating units installed in-doors need to have adequate ventilation. While some contractors who perform pool heater cleanings and services skip these safety precautions, it is vital to make sure there is sufficient venting and that the indoor pool heater are receiving proper air circulation. This necessity is related to pool heater efficiency but more importantly pool heating components that are not properly maintained and ventilated can lead to deadly build ups of carbon monoxide.

If you have any doubts about the condition of your pool heaters or if your installation was done to industry standards, it is highly recommended to consult a professional pool heating service company such as Cool Air USA in Florida, to make sure not only that your equipment is functioning properly but more importantly if your pool heater is operating at an acceptable safety standard!